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Direction to the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority in respect of the Hinkley Point B Nuclear Site
25 June 2026
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department for Energy Security and Net Zero
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At a Glance
Issue Summary
The statement addresses the designation direction given to the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority (NDA) regarding the Hinkley Point B nuclear site.
Action Requested
Lord Vallance is laying a designation direction which reaffirms NDA’s responsibility for decommissioning Hinkley Point B, in accordance with the Energy Act 2004. This marks the second Advanced Gas-cooled Reactor fleet site to transfer to Government control for decommissioning.
Key Facts
- The direction has been given to the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority (NDA).
- NDA’s responsibility is for cleaning up and decommissioning of Hinkley Point B nuclear site.
- Sections 3 and 5 of the Energy Act 2004 are referenced.
- EDF Energy Nuclear Generation Limited and Nuclear Restoration Services have given consent.
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